Volunteer Position Descriptions

Volunteer Option 1: Speech Language Pathologist
The volunteer would be responsible for participating in private sessions with children in need of speech therapy. Other than being formally trained as a Speech Language Pathologist, the volunteer must be energetic, passionate, and comfortable around children.

Time Requirement:
Duration: At least 3 months
Days: At least once a week (Mon-Fri) (work days flexible)
Timings: Anytime between 8.30 am – 2.30 pm (work hours flexible)

Volunteer Option 2: Music Assistant
The volunteer would participate in sessions of singing/playing an instrument to small groups of children (around 10). If convenient, the volunteer may be asked to accompany children and teachers on picnics, outings, or any special events, and aid the children and teachers to practice for performances during a cultural event. The volunteer must be energetic, passionate, and comfortable around children and must possess skills with a musical instrument, and enjoy singing.

Time Requirement:
Duration: At least 3 months
Days: At least once a week (Mon-Fri) (work days flexible)
Timings: Anytime between 8.30 am – 2.30 pm (work hours flexible)

Volunteer Option 3: Art & Crafts Assistant
The volunteer would be responsible for a “crafts hour” with a group of about 5 children, in which he/she would teach and help children to paint and make crafts (cards, wrapping paper, etc.). The volunteer may also be asked to assist others during cultural events. The volunteer must be energetic, enthusiastic, and have a passion for working with kids. It is desired that the volunteer be skilled in drawing, painting, and other fine arts.

Time Requirement:
Duration: At least 3 months
Days: At least once a week (Mon-Fri) (work days flexible)
Timings: Anytime between 8.30 am – 2.30 pm (work hours flexible)

Volunteer Option 4: Day–care Assistants
The volunteer would be responsible for preparing worksheets and assignments for the children, and also for engaging and involving children through simple but meaningful activities. The volunteer must be energetic, enthusiastic and enjoy being with children.

Time Requirement:
Duration: At least 3 months
Days: At least thrice a week (Mon-Fri) (work days flexible)
Timings: 1.00 pm – 4.00 pm (work hours flexible)

Volunteer Option 5: Classroom Assistants
The volunteer would be responsible for assisting teachers during school hours in the classrooms. This involves participating in individual and group activities, helping to prepare worksheets and assignments, and accompanying children and teachers on outings and cultural events. The volunteer is required to be energetic, enthusiastic, and comfortable with children. Prior teaching experience is appreciated, but not required.

Time Requirement:
Duration: At least 3 months
Days: At least thrice a week (Mon-Fri) (work days flexible)
Timings: 8.30 am – 12.30 pm (work hours flexible)

Volunteer Option 6: School Assistant
The volunteer would be responsible for decorating display boards in the school, preparing worksheets for children, and developing any helpful teaching aids (such as picture/flash cards). The volunteer must be energetic, enthusiastic, and creative.

Time Requirement:
Duration: At least 3 months
Days: Once in 15 days (Mon-Fri) (work days flexible)
Timings: Anytime between 8.30 am – 4.00 pm (work hours flexible)

Volunteer Option 7: Activity-Based Assistant
The volunteer would be responsible for decorating the school to make it more child-friendly (painting the walls/windows and helping in the garden). The volunteer must be energetic, enthusiastic, and creative. Skills in painting and other fine arts are appreciated, but not required.

Time Requirement:
Duration: At least 3 months
Days: Flexible
Timings: Flexible

Volunteer Option 8: Event-Based Assistant
The volunteer would be responsible for assisting in both planning and executing cultural events such as melas, awareness campaigns, concerts, workshops, and walks organized by AFA. The volunteer must be energetic, motivated, and creative.

Time Requirement:
Duration: As per the event
Days: Flexible
Timings: Flexible

Volunteer Option 9: Fund Raising Assistant
The volunteer would be responsible for tracking and contacting possible companies/organizations in order to raise funds; the volunteer would be required to draft letters and follow up correspondences to initiate dialogues. The volunteer must have an excellent grasp of the English language, good interpersonal skills and be skilled with computers. A sales & marketing background is desired.

Time Requirement:
Duration: At least 3 months
Days: Flexible
Timings: Flexible